Bowker, who enjoyed a successful loan spell with the club last season, has been on a four-month trial with London Broncos but was told on Monday his services are no longer required.

Hornets coach Bobbie Goulding will have to fight off stiff competition though, with Hull KR, Whitehaven and Featherstone Rovers all thought to be chasing Bowker's signature.

"I spoke to Radney on Wednesday," said Goulding, "and he was down in the dumps.

"I've told him he needs to get back in action as soon as possible rather than spend time moping about it.

"I'm always interested in bringing quality players to the squad and I'll be speaking to Radney next week.

"We have five Leigh-based players in our squad, so hopefully Radney - who is also from Leigh - will join them."

One player Goulding can confirm the capture of is former St Helens Academy centre Dave Cunliffe.

The 22-year-old has been playing rugby union with Liverpool St Helens and was registered with Chorley Lynx. He has secured his release from Victory Park and has teamed up with the Spotland club.

He still has commitments with Liverpool, but when these are fulfilled he will join his new team-mates. "Dave is a no nonsense centre who has had some rave reviews," said Goulding.

"He will take the ball up all day and is a good defender. Centre is one area we are looking to strengthen and we'll have a look at a few more players soon."

The Hornets' boss hasn't given up hope of Warrington's Richard Varkulis coming back to the club on-loan. He said: "The door is always open for Paul Cullen if he wants to give Richard some more game time."

Goulding has also been taking a look at ex-Oldham player Dave Newton, who was at Chorley on the loan last season. The 22-year-old forward has been training with the squad, but has yet to put pen to paper.